Pakistan border

A general view of the border post in Torkham, Pakistan on 3 December 2019. File Photo: REUTERS/Alasdair Pal
South Asia

Pakistan-Afghan border crossing reopens after negotiations

The Torkham border closure since 12 January came after Islamabad imposed tighter controls requiring drivers from both sides to have visas and passports -- documents many Afghans do not have.

Trucks loaded with supplies to leave for Afghanistan are seen stranded at the Michni checkpost, after the main Pakistan-Afghan border crossing closed after clashes, in Torkham, Pakistan September 7, 2023. REUTERS/Fayaz Aziz/file photo
South Asia

Afghan Taliban criticises closure of main border crossing with Pakistan

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South Asia

Pakistan 'disappointed' but still wants Taliban engagement

A soldier stands guard along the border fence outside the Kitton outpost on the border with Afghanistan in North Waziristan, Pakistan October 18, 2017. Photo :Reuters
South Asia

Pakistan struggles to quell violence on its Afghan border